Zoe Boyle

Name: Zoe Boyle

Introduction: Zoe Boyle is an English actress well-regarded for her roles in both period dramas and contemporary series. She is perhaps best known for her portrayal of Lavinia Swire in “Downton Abbey” and Trinity Ashby in “Sons of Anarchy,” showcasing her versatility across different genres.

Date of birth: January 1, 1989 (making her 36 years old as of the current date in 2025)

Height: Approximately 5 feet 6 inches (1.68 m) – Note: While a general height is often cited, precise figures can vary and are not always officially confirmed.

Place of birth: London, England

Family: Information regarding her parents, siblings, spouse, or children is not widely publicized.

Profession: Actress

Nationality: British (English)

Religion: Information not consistently available.

College or university attended: Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, University of London (graduated in 2006).

Biography and What Famous For:

Zoe Boyle’s acting career began after her training at the Royal Central School of Speech and Drama. She gained early experience in British television, with appearances in shows like “Lewis” and “Agatha Christie’s Poirot.”

Her breakthrough role came in 2011 when she joined the acclaimed ITV/PBS drama “Downton Abbey” as Lavinia Swire, the kind and gentle fiancée of Matthew Crawley. Her storyline, though tragic, made a significant impact on the series’ narrative and endeared her to a wide audience.

Prior to “Downton Abbey,” she also garnered attention in the American crime drama “Sons of Anarchy” (2010), playing Trinity Ashby, a half-sister to Jax Teller. This role showcased her ability to adapt to different character types and accents.

Following these prominent roles, Boyle continued to build a diverse filmography. She has appeared in various television series, including:

“Breathless” (2013): A period medical drama.
“The Astronaut Wives Club” (2015): An American historical drama.
“Frontier” (2016-2018): A Canadian-American historical drama where she played Grace Emberly alongside Jason Momoa.
“Witless” (2016-2018): A BBC Three comedy.
“Four Weddings and a Funeral” (2019): A miniseries based on the film.
“That Dirty Black Bag” (2022): A Western TV series.
“Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft” (voice, 2024): An animated series.
“Stenbeck” (Upcoming in 2025): A TV series.

In film, her notable roles include:

“The Last Letter from Your Lover” (2021): A romantic drama.
“Living” (2022): A critically acclaimed film starring Bill Nighy, for which she played Mrs. McMasters.
“Atlas” (voice, 2024): A sci-fi film.

Zoe Boyle is recognized for her captivating screen presence and her skill in bringing depth and nuance to her characters, whether in period settings or more modern narratives.

Have participated (Selected Works):

Television:

Agatha Christie’s Poirot (2009)
Lewis (2009)
Grey’s Anatomy (2009) – Note: While listed, the appearance is often cited as a minor role or uncredited, or as a character in “Ghost Whisperer” also named Clara Ferguson, leading to some confusion in records.
Ghost Whisperer (2009)
Sons of Anarchy (2010) – Trinity Ashby
Downton Abbey (2011) – Lavinia Swire
Death in Paradise (2011)
Breathless (2013) – Jean Truscott
Blandings (2014)
The Astronaut Wives Club (2015) – Jo Schirra
Harry Price: Ghost Hunter (2015)
Witless (2016-2018) – Rhona
Frontier (2016-2018) – Grace Emberly
Four Weddings and a Funeral (2019) – Gemma
That Dirty Black Bag (2022) – Michelle
Tomb Raider: The Legend of Lara Croft (2024) – Camilla Roth (voice)
Stenbeck (2025) – Merrill